toxicity
Pronunciation
/tɑkˈsɪsəti/

Definition & Meaning of "toxicity"in English

Toxicity
01

the harmful effects or potential for harm caused by a substance to living organisms or the environment

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The toxicity of the chemical spill contaminated the nearby water supply, posing a threat to aquatic life.
02

the degree to which something is poisonous

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